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Trip Overview

The train between Buffalo and Illinois takes 22h 47m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Buffalo to Illinois. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

22h 47m
Duration
534 mi
Distance
$372
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Buffalo to Illinois train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Buffalo and Illinois. The service departs Buffalo at 12:25 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Illinois at 10:12:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 22h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buffalo to Illinois? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 533.9 mi
  • Duration: 22h 47m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Illinois, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $290–450 and the journey takes 10h 33m.

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